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Lactuca sativa
Over a century old, this easy heirloom lettuce is heat resistant, slow to bolt & fast growing. The light green leaves are wonderfully tender and sweet. You can rely on consistent yields for fresh from the garden salads. Large leaves form loose heads. Harvest: 45-48 days.
| Light | Full sun |
| Row spacing | 12 inches |
| Plant spacing | 10 inches |
| Planting depth | 1/4 inch |
| Days to germination | 7-10 |
| Days to harvest | 45-48 |
Gardener's Notes: For a continuous supply, sow in early spring & plant again 2 weeks later until summer heat arrives. In hot weather, provide some afternoon shade. Sow seeds 1-2 inches apart & cover lightly, about 1/4 inch deep. Keep soil evenly moist. Thin seedlings to 10 inches apart; lettuce grows best if not crowded. Harvest large outer leaves as needed or let plants grow and cut as loose heads. Sow again in early fall for another harvest.
Description
Lactuca sativa
Over a century old, this easy heirloom lettuce is heat resistant, slow to bolt & fast growing. The light green leaves are wonderfully tender and sweet. You can rely on consistent yields for fresh from the garden salads. Large leaves form loose heads. Harvest: 45-48 days.
| Light | Full sun |
| Row spacing | 12 inches |
| Plant spacing | 10 inches |
| Planting depth | 1/4 inch |
| Days to germination | 7-10 |
| Days to harvest | 45-48 |
Gardener's Notes: For a continuous supply, sow in early spring & plant again 2 weeks later until summer heat arrives. In hot weather, provide some afternoon shade. Sow seeds 1-2 inches apart & cover lightly, about 1/4 inch deep. Keep soil evenly moist. Thin seedlings to 10 inches apart; lettuce grows best if not crowded. Harvest large outer leaves as needed or let plants grow and cut as loose heads. Sow again in early fall for another harvest.
